Sample Receiver

Basic Purpose: What is the overall function of the job?

Key Accountability/ Responsibilities: What specifically is this job expected to accomplish?

• Inventory and Stock Management:
• Sample and Supply Logistics:
• Quality, Compliance, and Sanitation:
• Team Operations and Collaboration:

Department-Specific Competencies: What responsibilities and processes are expected to be mastered during the candidates term in the role?

• Within 3 Months, proficient in: Sample Archiving Storage and Disposal: Barcode scanning, LIMS/spreadsheet entry, bin placement across temperature zones (Ambient, Fridge, Freezer), and sample retrieval. Management of product-specific retention timelines and safe disposal procedures for all sample matrices. Warehouse & Supply Handling: Safe physical handling and transport of heavy sample bins (up to 40 lbs); cleaning, sanitizing, sorting, and prepping returned coolers and ice packs. Order Fulfillment: Sort, pick, pack, and shipping tasks for client supply orders, including waybill generation, cooler and ice pack returns.
• Sample Archiving Storage and Disposal: Barcode scanning, LIMS/spreadsheet entry, bin placement across temperature zones (Ambient, Fridge, Freezer), and sample retrieval. Management of product-specific retention timelines and safe disposal procedures for all sample matrices.
• Barcode scanning, LIMS/spreadsheet entry, bin placement across temperature zones (Ambient, Fridge, Freezer), and sample retrieval.
• Management of product-specific retention timelines and safe disposal procedures for all sample matrices.
• Warehouse & Supply Handling: Safe physical handling and transport of heavy sample bins (up to 40 lbs); cleaning, sanitizing, sorting, and prepping returned coolers and ice packs.
• Safe physical handling and transport of heavy sample bins (up to 40 lbs); cleaning, sanitizing, sorting, and prepping returned coolers and ice packs.
• Order Fulfillment: Sort, pick, pack, and shipping tasks for client supply orders, including waybill generation, cooler and ice pack returns.
• Sort, pick, pack, and shipping tasks for client supply orders, including waybill generation, cooler and ice pack returns.
• Within 6 Months (Full Reliability Required): End-to-End Inventory & Logistics: Conducting routine inventory counts, supply ordering, receiving, unpacking, department distribution, and coordinating daily opening/closing warehouse duties (cardboard sorting, cooler management). Cross-Functional Lab Support: Seamless coordination with Sample Receiving teams to manage daily workflow overflow. Proficiency in LIMS project creation, manual sample login, WebOrder/EDI, Shelf Life/Stability. Other sample receiving/login workflows (eg. opening, closing).
• End-to-End Inventory & Logistics: Conducting routine inventory counts, supply ordering, receiving, unpacking, department distribution, and coordinating daily opening/closing warehouse duties (cardboard sorting, cooler management).
• Conducting routine inventory counts, supply ordering, receiving, unpacking, department distribution, and coordinating daily opening/closing warehouse duties (cardboard sorting, cooler management).
• Cross-Functional Lab Support: Seamless coordination with Sample Receiving teams to manage daily workflow overflow. Proficiency in LIMS project creation, manual sample login, WebOrder/EDI, Shelf Life/Stability. Other sample receiving/login workflows (eg. opening, closing).
• Seamless coordination with Sample Receiving teams to manage daily workflow overflow.
• Proficiency in LIMS project creation, manual sample login, WebOrder/EDI, Shelf Life/Stability. Other sample receiving/login workflows (eg. opening, closing).

YOUR PROFILE

Skills and Knowledge: What skills and knowledge are used to carry out job responsibilities and solve problems?

• Proficient with computer systems, demonstrating strong keyboarding and mousing skills, efficient navigation of software and file structures, and confident execution of data entry and retrieval in LIMS, Google Workplace, and shipping platforms to generate waybills and process orders
• Demonstrated ability to safely, efficiently, and repeatedly lift, move, and transport heavy sample bins and materials (up to 40 lbs) throughout a full shift
• Confident written and verbal communication skills in English to coordinate with internal lab teams, senior staff, and external clients
• Ability to strategically identify information/data locations across electronic tracking systems, project sheets, SARFs, and shipping records to ensure accuracy and efficiency
• Quick retention of knowledge and ability to understand and complex workflow protocols across various sample types and client requirements
• Exceptional attention to detail in barcode scanning, sample logging, and compliant waste disposal in a laboratory environment
• Strong organizational skills for inventory counts, stock sorting, picking and packing orders, and executing daily sanitization routines
• High level of work production with the ability to prioritize, adapt to changes, and multi-task in a fast-paced laboratory environment
• Energetic, positive "can-do" attitude; willing to do what it takes to get the job done both independently as a self-starter and collaboratively in a team environment
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Working Conditions: physical work environment, physical and mental effort, visual/listening attention and travel
• Full availability for any shift, any day, including nights, weekends and holidays
• Overtime required depending on volume
• Work with appropriate personal protective equipment is required (lab coat, safety glasses, etc.)
• Frequent bending, lifting, and carrying of samples/containers is required
• Must be able to lift up to 40lbs
• Repetitive lifting of manageable weights is required
• Must maintain an attention to detail over an extended period of time
• Exposure to all types of food products (including allergens and raw meat/seafood) in varying conditions
• Working around strong odours and noise may be required
• Long periods of standing, and working on a computer
• Long periods of sitting may also be required
• Frequent walking between departments for sample transfer or coordination
• Occasional exposure to narrow working spaces
• Exposure to cold (walk-in fridge/freezers, seasonal temperatures)
• Exposure to heat (walk-in incubators, seasonal temperatures)
• Working with chemicals is required
• Potential exposure to hazardous materials; use established safety procedures and appropriate equipment
• Pay: $19 CAD per hour
• Full Time Eligible Benefits Overview:
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous vacation package to support work-life balance following state and local ordinances.
• The information above provides a general overview and may vary based on specific job responsibilities, location, or other factors. Details will be clarified during the hiring process .

Benefits

• Full-time, permanent role offering:
• Employer-paid health, dental, and vision benefits
• Employer-matching pension plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support your wellbeing
• Tuition Reimbursement Program for continuing education
• Competitive salary based on experience
• Professional development opportunities

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